A NEW Tesco Express store opening in Hillingdon has recruited 15 staff from the area to work in the new store on Pield Heath Road.

Store manager Kamila Rogala was keen to ensure all vacancies were filled by people from the area to bring a community feel to the store.

Kamila, who has worked at Tesco for 10 years said: “I was thrilled by the response we received to our recruitment drive.

“There were so many great applicants which made the decision very tough when it came to selecting the successful 15.”

Kamila and her team will celebrate the launch of the store, on Tuesday, January 17 by presenting Toni Mullally from Hillingdon Autistic Care and Support Centre with a cheque for £500 as part of its commitment to supporting the area.

Kamila added: “We are delighted to be able to support the Hillingdon Autistic Care and Support Centre, as they do such wonderful work for the local community.

“We are really pleased that Toni is coming to launch the new store and join in the celebrations with us.

“My new team and I are looking forward to offering shoppers a bright and spacious new store with fast and friendly service.”

The doors of the new Tesco Express on Pield Heath Road open for the first time at 9am on Tuesday, January 17, with the official opening ceremony and cheque presentation taking place later that morning at 10.30am. 

The store will be open Monday to Sunday 6am until 11pm. For added convenience the store has a free cash machine, self-service tills, Click & Collect, mobile phone top-up facility, National Lottery counter, bakery, beers, wines and spirits and a Costa Coffee facility.